ICON · 2 months ago
Senior Systems Engineer I
Austin, Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expICON is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer I to help in the development of ICON’s latest print systems on the Titan Team. This role involves hands-on development and technical design, focusing on the creation and support of well-designed, maintainable systems.
3D PrintingAdvanced MaterialsConstructionMechanical DesignRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Design, integrate, and manage high-level systems over their entire life cycle
Ensure that all aspects of a product are considered and integrated effectively to meet the specified requirements
Develop and refine requirements to ensure they are measurable & traceable. Ensure validation tests, analyses, demonstrations, and inspections are logged into the RTM
Develop system architecture that meets the requirements
Ensure all subsystems and components can integrate to meet operational and functional needs
Use modeling and simulation tools as necessary to analyze system behavior
Identify risks when it comes to integrating subsystems and components and collaborate cross functionally to mitigate them
Develop validation procedures to ensure the system performs as intended and established methods for verifying the system meets requirements
Apply electrical, mechanical, and control system design in the development of robotic platforms for construction applications, focusing on motion platforms, custom robotic manipulators, remote sensing, and object manipulation
Design, create, assemble and test prototypes and specify instrumentation and architecture for various R&D projects
Provide hands-on, troubleshooting, process, and manufacturing support as well designing, implementing, and integrating solutions in a fast-paced environment with a quick AGILE development cycle
Create design solutions for prototype equipment utilizing engineering methods with good documentation processes including CAD Design in Solidworks / Solidworks Electrical Schematic
Must be willing to perform a wide range of tasks on a daily basis (e.g. Transition from office work to field work at a moment’s notice) as well to contribute expertise to the overall product development process
Assist in assembly of robotic systems for on and off-planet applications
Assist in management and configuration of facility upgrades and equipment installations
Assist in the development and maintenance of autonomous robotic systems in harsh outdoor environments
Establish individual and team goals consistent with overall company OKRs
Assist in productization documentation and support of cross functional deployment of products to the field
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in System Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant science
8+ years of experience in systems engineering or engineering field
Ability to rapidly prototype designs in both hardware and software, then move to DFM and productization on fast time-tables
Proven record of excelling within an engineering development team to deliver on-time milestones
Ability to use first principles creatively to solve difficult problems
Experience with design of industrial equipment and machinery, industrial robotics, mobile robotics, and an understanding and adapting to the field requirements for such machines, with knowledge of complex automation systems
Experience designing electrical power distribution, cable harnesses and Electrical Panels for Industrial Machinery
Experience in working with manufacturers, distributors, and building external partnerships
Proficiency using Electrical Schematics generation and management software
Proven Track-Record of Delivering products which meet customer requirements
Adept at communicating in a collaborative team environment and seeking optimum solutions with other team members
Knowledge of the AGILE methodology of project management
A service-oriented attitude when in a support role
Ability to prioritize and stay cool in a dynamic start-up environment
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Must be prepared to work, in part, in extreme environments: temps > 100 degrees or below freezing, sun, rain, mud, lack of electricity, etc
Must be able to travel 4+ weeks per year internationally
Preferred
Experience designing and building industrial automation equipment or related experience in an applicable field
Previous start-up experience, and/or a resourceful innovative nature with an ability to streamline or develop efficient processes
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, and the ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems
Industrial safety system experience
High performance communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to less technical people
A hunger for learning and personal growth
Advanced knowledge and experience with highly integrated and autonomous robotic systems at scale
Company
ICON
ICON is a construction technology company that uses 3D robotics, software, and advanced materials.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$507.5MKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementNorwestNASA
2025-02-14Series C· $56M
2022-02-18Series B· $185M
2021-08-24Series B· $207M
Leadership Team
Jason Ballard
CEO & Co-Founder
Alexander Le Roux
Co-Founder and CTO
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